#870812 Hex Color
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#870812 is a dark, warm red with strong saturation and subtle wine undertones, giving it a serious, dramatic character. The hex code works well as a dominant background for moody branding, wine labels, sports graphics, and formal layouts. Pair it with ivory or muted gold for contrast. White text remains highly legible, with about a 10.1:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #870812
What is #870812 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #870812 is rgb(135, 8, 18), in HSL hsl(355, 89%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 94%, 87%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #870812?
#870812 pairs well with ivory, muted gold, and warm neutrals, which soften its deep red while preserving its richness; white and pale backgrounds create clear contrast, while restrained gold accents add polish without overwhelming the palette.
Is #870812 warm or cool?
#870812 reads as a warm red because its red channel dominates while the small blue component adds subtle wine depth, giving the shade a serious, intimate character rather than a bright, energetic appearance.
Is #870812 readable on white or black?
#870812 has a 10.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.07:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.